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addictive

[uh-dik-tiv] / əˈdɪk tɪv /
ADJECTIVE
habit-forming
Synonyms
STRONGEST
WEAK
enslaving hooking


Example Sentences

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The finished product is indulgent and addictive, flavoring the humble chia seed with freshly brewed Thai tea, maple syrup and vanilla extract, alongside a dollop of homemade coconut whipped cream.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026

He knew he needed a simple way to show a jury that Meta’s Instagram and Google’s YouTube were designed to be addictive and were harmful to young people.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026

But attorney Mark Lanier framed the surprise victory in L.A. for his client — who alleged Instagram and YouTube were designed to be addictive for young users — as nothing short of a cosmic triumph.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 28, 2026

“The plaintiff’s attorneys argued that features like algorithmic recommendations and infinite scroll make the apps addictive and lead to mental harm.”

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

Winning was easy and addictive; the more she won, the more she felt she couldn’t risk failing.

From "Beauty Queens" by Libba Bray